< Back Farmers' Market The market is open the 2nd Saturday of each month April-October The Farmers' Market is a ministry that grew out of the Racial Reconciliation group. It was launched in 2024 and takes place on the 2nd Saturday of each month from April to October, running from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. in the church’s lower parking lot. The market’s goal is to support local Durham farmers and vendors of color, and address food insecurity in collaboration with the Walltown Food Ministry. We strive to share faith stories about what God is doing in our lives and aim to build relationships within the community connecting people with Jesus. For More Information Click here to sign up to volunteer at the market. Contact office@gracedurham.org Schedule 2nd Saturday of each month from April to October from 1:00 - 4:00 pm April 11 **May 9** June 13 July 11 August 8 September 12 October 10 Previous Next

Join us for inspiring worship services at Grace Lutheran Church in Durham, NC. Experience a welcoming community, uplifting music, and powerful messages that help you grow in faith and connection with others. Worship With Us In-Person or Online Worship is the beating heart of the Christian life. In the Divine Service we meet the God who has redeemed us and made us his people. Every Sunday we gather to receive God’s good gifts and to rejoice in all that God has done for us. Here, we speak the truth about God and about ourselves, and in prayer, song and proclamation we are renewed! Livestream YouTube Channel Join Us In-Person Sundays at 10:10 AM We gather every Sunday near the Trinity Park and Walltown neighborhoods of Durham to learn, worship, and grow with Jesus and in community. Join us! Livestream Grace Online Worship wherever you are. Worship Service Livestream Worship Service Livestream Live: Sep 20, 2026, 02:00 PM Share Whole Channel This Video Facebook Twitter Pinterest Tumblr Copy Link Link Copied Search videos Search video... Now Playing Sunday, September 20 | Seventeenth Sunday After Pentecost Video "Sunday, September 20 | Seventeenth Sunday After Pentecost" is not playable Now Playing Sunday, September 13 | Sixteenth Sunday After Pentecost 01:12:19 Play Video Now Playing Sunday September 6 | Fifteenth Sunday After Pentecost 01:12:46 Play Video Donate Register Attendance YouTube Channel Register Your Attendance Take a second to let us know you joined us for worship and share your information if you'd like to stay connected! Last name* First Names of all attending Date* Total number attending worship Select an option Member Guest (click and continue below) Register

Seeking Christ This step is a welcoming introduction to Christian faith and life at Grace. You’ll learn who Jesus is, what Christians believe, and how faith connects to everyday life. Along the way, you’ll be introduced to simple practices like prayer, reading the Bible, and reflection, and you’ll have opportunities to experience worship and community in a low-pressure, supportive environment. You may work through materials and sign-up for courses as they become available. Additional Resources Life at Grace Lutheran Discipleship Challenge: Attend "Taste of Grace" session (offered in October, April, July) Attend "Why Should I Be Part of a Faith Community?"- class based on "I Am a Church Member" by Thom S. Rainer Explore More: Building Faith Through Community Connecting the Spiritually Curious to Christ Basics of Christianity Discipleship Challenge: Self Study: Christianity Jesus' life and ministry Habits of the Kingdom (found in the "Ignite Your Faith" kit) Explore More: What is Christianity? Bible read: Who is Jesus? - An introduction to his life, ministry, death, resurrection – The first 4 books of the “New Testament” Read the Gospels of Matthew, Mark, Luke and John as these narratives recount the life, ministry, death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. Recommendation is to start with the Gospel of John Basics of Lutheranism Discipleship Challenge: Self Study: Become familiar with what we believe as the Lutheran Missouri Synod (LCMS) Explore More: Attend Lutheran services at least 1x per month Lutheran Beliefs Lutheran Doctrine Who is Jesus? Listen: Introduction to Lutheran Teachings Read booklet: What is Christianity? – A Simple Explanation of Christianity – pocket sized booklet of Martin Luther's key teachings including Small Catechism (found in "Ignite Your Faith" kit) Basics of the Bible Discipleship Challenge: Self Study Become familiar with the layout of the Bible Start Reading Scripture Explore More: Bible Basics for Beginners Overview of the Bible - 18-minute video Introduction to the Bible How to Read the Bible - 29 minute audio Bible read: Who is Jesus? Gospel of John Watch: “The Chosen” TV series about the life of Jesus Christ and the calling of his initial disciples (currently streaming on Prime Video)

Seeking Christ This step is a welcoming introduction to Christian faith and life at Grace. You’ll learn who Jesus is, what Christians believe, and how faith connects to everyday life. Along the way, you’ll be introduced to simple practices like prayer, reading the Bible, and reflection, and you’ll have opportunities to experience worship and community in a low-pressure, supportive environment. You may work through materials and sign-up for courses as they become available. Taste of Grace New to Grace and want to learn what we are all about? Join Pastor Brooks for a Taste of Grace , where you can have a bite of lunch, meet some of our leadership, hear the story of Grace, and ask any questions you may have. Next Session: Sunday, July 12, 2026 11:30am Ignition: Welcome to Grace For those who are new members, looking to become members, or would like to learn more about Grace Lutheran Church. Stay turned for more information about our next class offering.

< Back Quilters Team Help us make quilts to share with people in need around the world. The groups’ main focus is quilting for charity through the Lutheran World Relief Mission. Making Lutheran World Relief Mission quilts is a tangible way to express love to our neighbors in need. Quilts can be used as warm bedding, simple tents or floor coverings. Each one reflects God's loving presence in a world rife with suffering. Quilts are blessed and sent to Lutheran World Relief for shipping around the world. For More Information Contact the church office at office@gracedurham.org . Schedule We meet every Wednesday from 10AM – 12PM at Grace. Previous Next

Serving Christ At this stage, we are invited to discover the gifts God has placed within us and how He has uniquely shaped each of us for His purposes. Together, we explore our experiences, abilities, and spiritual gifts, and how God is calling us to serve Christ, build relationships, strengthen community, and grow more like Him. Additional Resources Biblical Foundations on Spiritual Gifts Discipleship Challenge : Spiritual gifts are given by God for service. Explore More : Read: 1 Corinthians 12; Romans 12:4-8; Ephesians 4:7-13;1 Peter 4:10-11 Discover Your Spiritual Gifts Discipleship Challenge : Take Every Gift Inventory assessment Explore More : Free assessment at www.everygift.org Download your results Join a discussion group to learn more using “Discover Your Gifts” (materials provided.) Contact office@gracedurham.org . Spiritual Growth Discipleship Challenge : Spiritual growth is to grow in faith and Christlikeness. Explore More : Read: Galatians 2:20; 5:22-25; Colossians 2:6-7; 2 Peter 3:18; John 15:4-5 Personal Growth Discipleship Challenge : Personal growth happens as faith is lived out in everyday calling – family, work, church, community. Start a discussion group or use for personal reflection on any or all these topics. Explore More : Read: Romans 8:1-11; Romans 12:1-2; Ephesians 2:8-10; Philippians 1:6; Micah 6:8 You can guide your discussion using the Workbook found in ‘Inspire Your Faith Kit. If you need help forming or facilitating a discussion group, contact office@gracedurham.org . Generosity in Service Discipleship Challenge : Contact the church office at office@gracedurham.org or click here for a list of Grace Lutheran Church's current ministries. Consider community service opportunities. Explore More : https://www.gracedurham.org/get-involved www.handsontriangle.org PALS Groups and Ministries Discipleship Challenge : Commit to join a PALS group or ministry as a volunteer for 1-3 months Explore More : gracedurham.org/get-involved Speak with our Director of Christian Outreach – Dco.anna.voelker@gracedurham.org

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< Back Anna Voelker Director of Christian Outreach Email Anna dco.anna.voelker@gracedurham.org 919-682-6030 Anna Voelker was baptized, confirmed, and educated at St. John’s-Sauers Lutheran Church (and School) in Seymour, Indiana. She graduated from Trinity Lutheran High School in Seymour in May of 2020. Anna continued her studies at Concordia University Chicago where she was involved with campus ministry groups and had the opportunity to do fieldwork at multiple locations. She graduated with a bachelor’s degree in theology in May 2024, and received her deaconess certification in May 2025. In 2023, Anna began her two-year internship as the deaconess intern at Ascension Lutheran Church in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. There she focused on reaching out and witnessing to the people in the community (many of whom were immigrants and refugees) and providing spiritual care and support to members and neighbors. During the summer between the two years, she briefly returned to Seymour and she and her husband, Noah, were married at St. John’s. Anna and Noah returned to Canada until May of 2025 as she completed her internship. Anna’s diaconal training specializes in acts of mercy, spiritual care, and teaching the faith. She enjoys planning ministry programs and is experienced in creating curriculum and activities for various church groups. Anna’s passion is to share the Good News of the Gospel to all whom she interacts with. Previous Next

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< Back Grief Group Offers year-round support for those who are grieving the loss of a loved one. Meets Tuesdays at 4pm at St. Paul's Lutheran Church (1200 W. Cornwallis, Durham). For More Information Current Series Schedule Click on "Current Series" for more information. Previous Next

< Back Erin Lynn Hodge Music Director Email Erin music@gracedurham.org 919-682-6030 Born in California, moved to NC in 1995. Erin earned a BA and Music Pedagogy from Campbell University. Erin joined Grace Lutheran Church in October 2023 where she is the music and choir director and plays both piano and organ. Her love of music is inspired by Bach, Brahms and Clara Schumann. Erin lives with her two children and three cats. She enjoys reading, editing, gardening and spending time with her family and friends. Her favorite bible verse comes from the book of Job: "[Where were you] ... as the morning stars sang together and all the angels shouted for joy?" Job 38:4,7 Previous Next

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